Spicy Tamarind Fiesta Margarita

This spicy tamarind margarita is a fiesta in a glass! With a salt and chile rim, this cocktail is a perfect blend of earthy, sweet, and sour flavors from the tamarind concentrate and lime juice. The optional pinch of cayenne adds a kick of spice, making this margarita a fiery delight for your taste buds.

Spicy Tamarind Fiesta Margarita

A zesty tamarind margarita with a salt and chile rim, offering a perfect blend of earthy, sweet, and sour flavors with a hint of spice.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 ounces tequila
  • 1 ounce triple sec (such as Cointreau)
  • 1/2 ounce simple syrup
  • 1/2 ounce fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 ounce tamarind concentrate
  • 1 pinch cayenne (optional, for spice)
  • 1 lime wedge
  • Tajín or chili powder
  • Salt

Instructions

  1. Rub the lime wedge along the rim of the glass.
  2. Sprinkle some salt and Tajín on a plate.
  3. Roll the edges of the glass on the plate so the mixture adheres, then set the glass aside.
  4. Fill a cocktail shaker or cup with ice.
  5. Pour in the tequila, triple sec, simple syrup, lime juice, tamarind concentrate, and cayenne (if using).
  6. Shake until thoroughly mixed and then strain into the glass.